Salary guide
Training Specialist
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
HREducation
- Training specialists upskill the UK workforce
Other names this job is known by
- Learning and Development Specialist
- Corporate Trainer
Key responsibilities
- Develop and deliver training programmes
- Assess learner needs and progress
- Prepare training materials and documentation
- Advise on best practices
- Liaise with employers and training providers
- Stay updated on training trends
- Support certification and exams
- Evaluate training effectiveness
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in HR, education, or training
- Teaching or training qualification (PTLLS, CertEd)
- Experience in training or teaching roles
- Communication and assessment skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Specialist
- Training Manager
- Consultant
- Curriculum Lead
How to get the job
- Study HR, education, or training
- Gain experience in training or teaching roles
- Obtain training or teaching qualifications
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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